Political Quotes

Ronald Reagan

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Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan's presidency is noted for significant tax cuts, a strong anti-communist foreign policy, and the deregulation of various industries. His administration also faced challenges such as the Iran-Contra affair and economic issues, including inflation and unemployment.

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May 24, 1982

The sad thing is that come January, a Republican Governor is going to have an awful time straightening things out in Sacramento.

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May 24, 1982

This magnificent display of unity and commitment will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the good times.

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May 24, 1982

We must remain vigilant if the sanctity of the ballot box is to be preserved.

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May 24, 1982

I think you people here know better than probably most groups that I would talk to that about a year and a half ago, when we got in there, we found out that on any given day half our airplanes couldn't fly because of a lack of spare parts.

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May 24, 1982

It's time—has been high time for a long time—that we got government back to the place where it didn't spend any more than it took in.

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May 24, 1982

I'm convinced that the American people will respond if dealt with maturely and honestly.

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May 24, 1982

You left your fingerprints on that, and then a gentleman left his footprints on the Moon because of you.

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May 24, 1982

Nancy and I thank you for a very great and warm California welcome.

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May 23, 1982

I urge the Congress to enact promptly the Federal Energy Reorganization Act of 1982.

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May 23, 1982

There is hereby reconstituted the Presidential Management Intern Program.

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